2023 Vision: What's next at Greenhouse Project
Back when our Bible Study gathered to pray and dream big, I never thought five years later we’d make impact through four houses, three communities, and relationships with hundreds of neighbors. God has faithfully built this into a real life-changing ministry. Here is what’s next for Greenhouse Project!
Aaron's Story: Husband & Father Writing a New Story
You never know where, when or how your life will intersect with people. So we do our best to leave neighbors on a better path towards love. Here’s a hope-filled story about a devoted father who supports his wife’s recovery journey and tells us he “wouldn’t want to go anywhere else.”
Recovery Truth Bombs
The most successful recovery stories - sustained sobriety - are always tied to strong, long-term relational accountability, along with strategic steps that help addicts change their minds, behaviors, and life choices. Here are some truth bombs that outline some key success markers for recovery that lasts.
Greenhouse Project Awarded a 2022 Platinum Transparency Seal
We are humbled to share Greenhouse Project has been awarded the highest standard Seal as a 2022 Platinum Transparency recipient from Candid. What does this all mean?
Greenhouse Project Featured in Main Line Today... Again!
Here we go AGAIN… Thankful for continued support of our ministry work with these local media teams. Here are the latest media projects we’ve been working on behind the scenes with Main Line Today and M&M Production video work.
Delivering Turkey + Lots of Love to Hungry Families
The buzz at our headquarters each Tuesday is palpable when about 50 people gather to receive free food from compassionate volunteers. Today it’s my honor to brag on a few special people who make this a meaningful time of connection.
Time to Honor the Ladies
We spoke with Alex Delgatto, who serves as our Women’s Recovery Coordinator, about the unique challenges women face as they pursue addiction recovery. Here’s what life is really like for women in recovery in Chester.
101+ Men & Women Find Hope
Our partner Paramount Recovery House – located just two doors down – has become a lifeline for addicts struggling to obtain and maintain sobriety in Chester. For 2+ years, we have partnered with James and Paramount House to serve over 101 residents with free one-on-one recovery counseling and coaching.
Why Chester?
Friend, the odds are stacked here in Chester. Here are some new stats that shed light on the realities of our city and, beyond the numbers, a reminder that real, hurting people continue to need our help. Let’s keep going…
Do It Scared
My dear friend Lisa Merideth went home to be with Jesus one year ago tomorrow and, as this day approached, I felt sure about honoring her in a special way to our supporters. With a spirit of reflection and gratitude, here are three ways Lisa lived life that made a huge impact on others. I hope it encourages you to go bigger and bolder in your own life!
Year 2 of Homework Club... Here we go!
When God gave us the dream of a transformed Chester, a few specific assignments were very clear: share the Gospel, provide strong addiction recovery support and invest in mentoring and educating the youth. Join the club… our HOMEWORK club this year!
Let's Talk About It!
A recent large community event Let’s Talk About It invited me to speak on substance abuse, and it was like a moment of cultural shift. The attendees agree that now is the time to be open about mental health, addiction, emotions, and hard truths about living in Chester.
Our Most Frequently Asked Question
I would have witnessed at least 16 shots of gunfire just 10 feet away had I waited another 30 seconds. On any given day, at any time, something like this can happen on our block. This is the daily reality of living in our Chester neighborhood.
4 Ways to Make 'Back to School' Awesome
Here are some simple ways you can help make ‘back to school’ time awesome for the under-resourced kids in our neighborhood. Let’s go big with this one, and watch God grow your generosity all school year long!
Four Recovering Addicts Baptized Today
Our days are usually full of heavy challenges, but today feels like a ‘win’ as we celebrate the baptisms of FOUR recovering addicts we’ve been discipling! Jesus, show yourself to them in powerful ways that their faith and perseverance might grow.
New Headquarters Just Next Door
So many doors have opened lately with developments “behind the scenes” so to speak, including this one about our new headquarters… an answer to prayer about 5 yrs in the making!
Happy 2 Year Anniversary!
It came so fast this time around, but our team is celebrating a Happy 2 Year Anniversary since going full time! Take a look back with us to see how God moved us forward and the impact of your support in Chester.
Processing & Preventing Drug Overdose
Coming off the year with the highest overdose deaths, we are working harder than ever to prevent this latest story of loss in our recovery community. Will you join us in the fight for true freedom from addiction?
Love Always Pursues
Here God was calling us to pray for our new neighbors–to seek an open door to connect–and the first thing I wanted to do was bust them for trash. I considered how much I’m cared for despite all the annoying things I do, and that turned my whole perspective around.